Author: Yvonne McCormack

Yvonne has been empowering women’s voices for more than 20 years. As founder of WIFF-TV, a Women’s content streaming service and The Women’s International Film Festival which was named one of the top five women’s film festivals in the world, Yvonne has been supporting women creatives and developing programs that support diversity, inclusion, and a louder voice for women around the world. She helps women elevate their brands by amplifying their voice, promoting their influence, and optimizing their income. Yvonne McCormack-Lyons is the Founder and President of the two-time, award-winning Women’s International Film & Arts Festival (WIFF) and the recently launched new streaming platform WIFF-TV. WIFF-TV, is an online platform featuring films, television, podcasts and content made By Women For Women. She is a persistent catalyst for changing how women are portrayed and perceived in the media and for women both behind and in front of the camera. She has been invited internationally to speak on areas concerning: 1. women in film and entertainment 2. women in business particularly, the impact of personal Branding 3. The Power and impact of girls on the box office She also hosts and co-produces Reel Moments: With BadAss Women in Film & Entertainment, a podcast airing on I-Tunes, I-Heart Radio, Spotify, Stitcher, Pandora as well as You-Tube.

009 Michele Lawson

In this episode of Reel Moments, Model and Actress Michele Lawson talks about how she got her first role as a television actress on a major US television network and beyond.

006 Debra Markowitz

As a Director, casting director and writer, Debra has almost done it all. During this informative episode of Reel Moments Debra Markowitz reveals the methods she uses to get films made.

008- Leslie Bornstein

In this episode of Reel Moments, documentary filmmaker Leslie Bornstein discusses the making of her new film, Terra Pesada shot in Africa. At 74 years old, she’s inspirational to anyone who has ever been told they are too old to start something new.

011 Christina Kallas

Christina is a transnational New York-based feature writer and director. Her films have been at the prestigious Slamdance Film Festival and the Moscow International Film Festival. During this episode we discuss insights into Independent Filmmaking, and her latest projects.

005 Cindy Mich

Originally recorded in 2018 as a Facebook Live episode, BadAss filmmaker and Film Festival Director Cindy Mich gives amazing value as she shares her journey as a writer, filmmaker, film festival director, and radio host with an audience of over 90,000.

010 Erica Linney

Award-winning Television Producer and Writer Erica Linney speaks with Yvonne about learning how to “Follow Your Peace.” Listen in and gather some insights on the true meaning of success.

014 – Francesca Andre

Award-winning filmmaker and photographer Francesca Andre is known for creating rich and opulent work, tackling the complexities of life. During our conversation, Francesca spoke about her evolution from still photography to cinematography and directing films.